Fiji
Homestay, Community Service, and Marine Exploration
About the Program
Experience the beauty of Fiji through an immersive program that combines living with host families, hands-on community service, and marine conservation. Students will engage in impactful projects that support local communities and protect Fiji’s vibrant marine ecosystems. From cultural exchanges in traditional Fijian villages to exploring coral reefs and marine life, this adventure offers a unique blend of service, culture, and environmental education in one of the world’s most stunning island nations.
Itinerary
Discover the exciting adventures and impactful moments that await each day on this itinerary!
- Arrive in Fiji and meet the Global Works leader at the airport
- Hop on a ferry to the stunning Yasawa Islands for lunch and market exploration
- Relax at a small eco-resort, swim, and meet Fijian hosts
- Enjoy a Lovo dinner (traditionally cooked earth oven meal)
- Meet around a bonfire overlooking the Pacific to learn about native Fijian history and customs to prepare for the upcoming village stay
- Participate in a traditional “sevu sevu” welcome ceremony
- Stay with local families and share communal meals of an inspired banquets of fruits, breads, and native dishes
- Work alongside community members on grassroots development projects in health, education, and infrastructure
- Experience Fijian customs, crafts, games, and the relaxed pace of village life
- Explore coral reefs through snorkeling
- Enjoy activities like sea kayaking, fishing, and waterfall hikes
- Reflect on the communal village experience
- Depart for home with unforgettable memories
Educational Focus & Highlights
Experience Fijian Traditions
Participate in a traditional “sevu sevu” welcome ceremony and live with local families in a village homestay. Engage in Fijian customs, communal meals, and the relaxed pace of village life.
Serve & Connect
Work alongside village residents on grassroots development projects, improving local health, education, and infrastructure. Collaborate with community members to create lasting change.
Discover Coral Reefs
Explore vibrant coral reefs through snorkeling and participate in activities like sea kayaking and waterfall hikes, learning about Fiji’s marine biodiversity.
Unwind & Reflect
Relax at Fiji’s stunning beaches and sit around a bonfire, while reflecting on unforgettable homestay and marine experiences, leaving Fiji with a deep connection to its people and environment.
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Lodging
Participants
Participants stay in comfortable, dorm-style rooms that typically accommodate 4-6 students per room. These accommodations are carefully selected and often include locally run hotels and eco-lodges that reflect the culture of the area. Each location is chosen to provide private meeting spaces for group activities, ensuring a supportive environment for our programs. Homestays typically house 2-3 students. Participants stay with families who have long-standing relationships with Global Works.
Chaperones
Chaperones can expect to stay in private rooms, unless otherwise noted by the Global Works operations team. These rooms are located in the same facility as the student accommodations, allowing for a peaceful environment to relax and recharge without compromising proximity to the group. During homestays, chaperones typically have a choice to either stay with a homestay family or in a nearby hotel (location dependent).
Bring Your Classroom to the World
Collaborate with Global Works on an impactful service-learning travel program for your students.
